6 Months Old!

Our sweet boy is 6 months old! The past month has brought many firsts. It's so wonderful to watch Brennan grow and learn! He spent the day with our good friends, Sara and Paxton. In the evening, he enjoyed swimming in his pool and spending time with Grandma Lisa, Grandpa Bob, and Uncle Matt. We sang Happy Birthday at 6:43pm and received a wonderful smile in return!

*Brennan is becoming more proficient in his sitting skills. He has his occasional "timbers" and "nose dives", but is able to maintain his balance more and more every day. He's also able to lean over to reach for objects and return to sitting.
*He loves food! So far, we've introduced rice cereal, sweet potatoes, and avocados. After getting used to their textures, he seems to enjoy his veggies!
*His first two teeth have emerged! Based on the recent return of drooling and chewing, we think another may be on its way.
*Brennan's belly laughs are adorable! He consistently laughs and smiles to different phrases and movements and has a few ticklish spots!
*All of his tummy time is paying off! He's able to lift his upper body to his waist and doesn't tire as quickly.
*His naps and sleeping habits are improving. He's sleeping 11-12 hours overnight, occasionally waking once. He takes his morning nap, usually between 1-2.5 hours, within 1.5 hours of waking up. He typically takes shorter (45-60 minute) naps in the afternoon. He's also doing very well at putting himself to sleep. He rarely cries and instead typically talks himself to sleep. Although, if there is company over, Mr. Social doesn't enjoy taking naps.
*His curiosity continues to develop. He reaches for everything and loves to observe the world around him.
*After demonstrating his ability to roll, Brennan doesn't seem to enjoy this motor skill. He rarely rolls unprompted and would rather just play with something else in his reach. Although, he rolled without encouragement this evening for Grandma while Mommy and Daddy were in another room!
*Brennan has outgrown his baby bathtub and now takes baths in the "big kid tub." Mommy or Daddy join him for safety. He loves to kick and hit the water to make it splash.
*He also enjoys "swimming" in his pool. Again, he loves to splash in the water!
*Brennan also outgrew his car seat and moved into his convertible seat. Therefore, he also had his first shopping experience sitting in the shopping cart. He loved looking at all of the colors and objects in the grocery store!